Crime & Safety
Lakeville Fire Talks Microwave Ovens Safety
Lakeville Fire Department responded to 17 calls for service the week of January 2 to January 8.
Fire Prevention Tip
Injuries caused by microwave ovens involve more emergency room visits than any other cooking device.
Be safe by following these safety tips:
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• Heat food in containers only intended for microwave use.
• Open food slowly. Hot steam escaping from the container can cause painful burns.
• Never use aluminum foil or metal objects in a microwave oven.
• If a fire should start inside the oven, leave the door closed, disconnect the power cord, if safe
to do so. Call 911.
By the Numbers
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From January 2, 2012 to January 8, 2012 the responded to 17 calls for service; 4 medicals, 4 motor vehicle accidents (3 with injuries), 1 gas leak, 1 smoke scare, 5 false alarms and 2 good intents.